Evans Wafula

AgTech Enthusiast | Agronomist

[Donald B Kipkorir @DonaldBKipkorir]

FALL OF TWIGA FOODS WAS EXPECTED

TWIGA FOODS was never meant to be a viable business! Like many start-ups in Kenya, money is taken from gullible investors to allow Founder Directors & top managers earn salaries more than our President, then the company is folded.

Too many Start-Ups have been allowed in Kenya and are given all regulatory approvals, allowed to take money from gullible foreigners & at times Kenyans, then the Founders disappear.

It’s time we have new laws for Start-Ups in Kenya if they are taking money from Kenyans. They must offer sufficient guarantees in the event of collapse. If they are taking money from foreigners only, then we don’t have to protect the foreigners as they have their own lawyers & laws where they come from.

Too many times, Kenyans have been hoodwinked by start-ups Founders who speak too much English, bamboozle us with Venture Capital jargon of funding (seed round, term sheets, dilution), people (angel investors, lead investor) and money (dry powder, exit).

Kenya is full of modern day Middle Ages Conquistadors in Fraudulent Start-Ups & Ponzi Schemes aided by the same law firms & auditing firms! In Europe & South Africa, there would have been consequences! Not Kenya, a Wild West for GETAWAY THEFT dressed in modern Investment language!

[Evans Wafula @EvansWafulake]

@edwinsifuna Is it that difficult to come up with a plan to progress the country economically. Rule of Law is just taking Kenyans for a ride. You want my vote, but still want me to beg you to have a plan. Really!!

[Lynn Ngugi @lynn_ngugi1]

Let’s address the elephant in the room because I feel like many people don’t want to have this conversation😳

So the plan is to vote for Sifuna simply because he can help get Ruto out? As long as Ruto is gone, then we’re good? Haven’t we been here before? Isn’t that exactly how Ruto benefited from the anger against Uhuru&Raila ?
And before that, wasn’t Uhuru’s victory also driven in part by a wave of sympathy over the ICC cases and the feeling among many supporters that it was time to stand with him and push back against those they believed were targeting him? Look at how Uhuru’s administration left this country? Haven’t we already seen where voting out of anger or emotion, instead of demanding better leadership, leaves this country?

The next election cannot just be about who is most likely to defeat Ruto. It has to be about who has a clear plan to deal with corruption, protect the Constitution, end abductions and extrajudicial killings, fix our broken healthcare system, reform education, create jobs, reduce the cost of living, tackle public debt, restore independent institutions and ensure there is real accountability in government.

I understand the thinking. The common enemy is Ruto, and the enemy of my enemy quickly becomes a friend. But I refuse to believe that after everything this country has been through, Kenyans are ready to settle for people with serious questions hanging over them simply because they are the fastest route to removing one man from power. A perfect example, Aisha Jumwa😂

We cannot keep voting against someone. At some point, we have to start voting for something. Otherwise, we’ll keep changing faces while the system that keeps failing Kenyans remains exactly the same.

[Ahmednasir Abdullahi SC @ahmednasirlaw]

Dangote ALWAYS wanted to invest in Kenya BIG TIME. But the boys and men who called the shots in Kibaki's and Uhuru's State House wanted crazy equity as kickbacks. Dangote will not put his billions in your country and bribe the thieves in power too. That is why it's commendable that H.E @WilliamsRuto opened the investment door to Dangote and allowed him to put his dollars in Kenya on HIS TERMS.

[Evans Wafula @EvansWafulake]

@RealMatiangi Never explain yourself when doing the right thing.

[Eng. Kefa Seda @EngKefaSeda]

IMPORTANT.

Firms with expertise in infrastructure planning, PPP transaction advisory, transport economics, engineering, environmental assessment, and project development are encouraged to express interest in the Mau Summit–Eldoret–Malaba (A8) Road Capacity Enhancement Project.

The Mau Summit–Eldoret–Malaba corridor is one of Kenya’s most strategic transport arteries, carrying a substantial share of the freight and passenger traffic linking the Port of Mombasa to Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the wider East African region. Its capacity enhancement is expected to improve mobility, reduce logistics costs, strengthen regional trade, and support economic activity across multiple counties along the Northern Corridor.

Strong project preparation is fundamental to successful PPP delivery. Rigorous feasibility studies, sound transaction structuring, and comprehensive technical assessments are essential in developing bankable infrastructure projects capable of attracting long term investment and delivering sustainable infrastructure outcomes.

Eligible firms are encouraged to review the procurement documents and submit their Expressions of Interest within the stipulated timelines.

[Hon Robert ALAI, HSC @RobertAlai]

Why blame Ruto when Uhuru entered the deal?

[Ndindi Nyoro @NdindiNyoro]

FUEL PRICES: Proposal on the reduction of Fuel Prices. We have already written to Parliament with the intention to amend the VAT act and RMLF.

Below are the proposed measures to ease prices.

Reduce the importers and distributors margin by Ksh 4.

Provision of an additional subsidy Ksh 5 Billion for diesel from the Fuel Stabilization Fund. With a monthly consumption of 202 Million liters – Ksh 24.75 per liter.

Reduce VAT by 8% and make the products exempt.

Reduce Ksh 7 Fuel levy that was added in 2024.

The measures will reduce price of Super Petro to Ksh 187.38 and Diesel to Ksh 189.16.

All these proposals are intermediary measures for short and near medium term.

We are African and Africa is our Business..

[Evans Wafula @EvansWafulake]

@KeNHAKenya James Gichuru to Rironi is unmarked, no lighting, very risky to drive at night. Can we prioritise safety at least as other works continue

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

The Kenya Association of Manufacturers on the National Infrastructure Fund Bill No.1 2026.

I like three points made in their submission:

• The Association wants Clause No.12 amended to provide that there will be a cap on the share of
equity in investment in any public infrastructure project
where the larger percentage is cheaper than finance from commercial financing. The Association argues that capping the equity share forces the Fund to leverage its capital rather than concentrate it

• The Associations wants provision for a project exit & an Asset Transfer Framework. The Association argues that the Bill is silent on the lifecycle of projects once they mature or the investment period expires & there's no clarity on how assets transition from the Fund’s balance sheet back to the National or County Governments

• The Association is proposing provision for a two-tier governance structure by introducing a Board of Trustees which will serve as the legal custodians of the Fund’s assets & cash, providing oversight &
ring-fencing the money from diversion. The Board of Directors shall remain responsible for technical investment decisions but MUST seek 'Custodial
Clearance' from the Trustees for all major disbursements.

[Julians Amboko @AmbokoJH]

The Office of the Auditor General has flagged very significant gaps in the National Infrastructure Fund Bill No.1 2026.

Breakdown below:

· Clause No.5 empowers the Fund to borrow money but lacks explicit alignment with Article 206 of the Constitution & the Public Finance Management Act Cap 412A, (2012). The Office says this may lead to loopholes in the management & oversight of public funds

· Clause No.6 on the constitution of the fund's board needs re-design to have some non-independent Directors with knowledge of matters on national infrastructure development in addition to the Principal Secretary to National Treasury

· Clause No.12 empowers to the Board to invest in projects by way of equity and debt, surrender and dispose, but fails to be specific on procedural safeguards, specifically on competitive bidding or public auction, as required under the provisions of the
Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, Cap. 412c, 2015

· Clause No.13 vests the mandate of remuneration of the Directors to the Cabinet Secretary, The National Treasury and does not mention the need for consultation with the Salaries & Remuneration
Commission (SRC)

· Clause No.21 Bill provides a wide mandate to the Board on developing an investment policy & monitoring the investment agreements, without making reference to The Investment Promotion Act (Cap 485B) which through Sec27, provides
similar powers to the National Investment Council

· Clause No.24 makes reference to development of standards by the Cabinet Secretary on the conduct of competitive tender processes, public participation, and timelines. However, all the indicated/mentioned areas are expressly provided for in the Public Procurement and Asset Disposals Act, 2012 & its Regulations, 2020. There is therefore, a
potential risk of overlap &/or conflicts between the laws

· Clause No.33 on withdrawals from the National Infrastructure Fund bypasses the Controller of Budget's mandate to authorise withdrawals from public funds. This creates a legal loophole where funds could be moved without the constitutional and PFM Act,2012 thresholds.

[Evans Wafula @EvansWafulake]

@KeNHAKenya What about the market in Kangemi along Waiyaki way?

[William Samoei Ruto, PhD @WilliamsRuto]

I couldn’t have said it better than Mokaya:

“Your realities should not blind you to other people’s realities….Let’s not trivialise small steps that make lives different and hopeful for some people.”

The Nyota Programme is about empowering young entrepreneurs and transforming the livelihoods of 820,000 Kenyans.

Bottom UP!

[David Ndii @DavidNdii]

Status quo-ism. Fear of ambition. Defeatism. Culture of mediocrity. Tall poppy syndrome. Low self esteem. Take your pick.

[Evans Wafula @EvansWafulake]

@WehliyeMohamed Just make sure your fuel tank is full, we need gas stations and eateries on the route.

[The National Treasury @KeTreasury]

The Government has today announced a carefully considered partial divestment of 15 percent of its shareholding in Safaricom PLC,an exercise designed to mobilize non tax revenue for national development while preserving Kenya’s strategic interests in its largest and most influential telecommunications company.

Speaking today in an event attended by the Hon. AG Dorcas Oduor, National Treasury PS Dr. Chris Kiptoo, PS for Broadcasting Mr. Stephen Isaboke, Vodacom Group CEO Mr. Shameel Joosub, Safaricom Chairman Mr. Adil Khawaja,& Safaricom CEO Dr. Peter Njoroge & the DG PIPM Mr.Lawrence Kibet, the CS for the National Treasury, Hon. FCPA John Mbadi Ng’ongo, underscored that the Government will retain a significant, strategic shareholding in Safaricom.

The CS affirmed that the decision followed rigorous analysis, independent valuation, and full compliance with the Public Finance Management Act and all applicable regulatory frameworks.

“This is a partial divestment, and the Government remains a strategic shareholder,” the CS said. “Our intention is to mobilize resources responsibly, reinforce fiscal sustainability, and create fiscal headroom for long-term national priorities.”

Safaricom, he noted, stands among Kenya’s most transformative enterprises,expanding digital connectivity, mobile financial services, and innovation across the economy.

The divestment is expected to enhance the company’s capacity to invest in next generation infrastructure, including 5G, fibre, fintech innovations, and regional expansion, thereby strengthening service delivery and stimulating economic growth.

The transaction is projected to generate gross proceeds of about KES 244.5 billion, which will serve as seed capital for the National Infrastructure Fund and the Sovereign Wealth Fund. These instruments will channel long term financing into critical sectors such as roads, energy, water, and airports.

The CS urged the National Assembly to expedite approval of the enabling legal instruments.

The offering has already demonstrated strong investor interest, achieving a 23.6 percent premium above the six month volume weighted average price,an emphatic signal of market confidence.

To secure Kenya’s national and strategic interests,hon Mbadi said, the Government negotiated extensive undertakings from Vodacom Kenya Limited (VKL) in its capacity as a shareholder of Safaricom PLC. These commitments preserve continuity, protect Kenyan jobs, and maintain the company’s identity as a Kenyan-rooted institution.

The undertakings include:
• No employee redundancies, except in the ordinary course of business
• Preservation and full support for both the Safaricom Foundation and M-Pesa Foundation
• Prior consultation with the Government before any new geographic expansion outside Kenya (excluding existing foreign operations)
• The Chairman and CEO of Safaricom shall always be Kenyan citizens
• No changes to the Executive Committee as at the Signature Date without the CEO’s consent
• No alteration to the Safaricom corporate brand name, trademarks, logos, or associated identity
• No significant changes to local supplier arrangements for at least three years, outside the ordinary course of business
• All trustees of the Safaricom Foundation and M-Pesa Foundation current or future shall be Kenyan citizens
• All foundation funds shall be expended exclusively on projects within Kenya
• No action regarding these undertakings may be taken without the prior written consent of the Government of Kenya.

These safeguards ensure that Safaricom retains its Kenyan leadership , Kenyan character, and unwavering commitment to local suppliers, communities, and development initiatives.

The CS emphasized that this divestiture is aligned with the national goal of reducing reliance on public debt and avoiding excessive taxation.

[Evans Wafula @EvansWafulake]

@NelsonHavi This is a good pic for your posters; Westland MP loading...

[Eng. Kefa Seda @EngKefaSeda]

Kenya sets in motion a landmark chapter in its transport modernisation agenda.

The PPP Directorate is pleased to welcome the public to the launch of the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit (NNM) Road PPP Project, a game changer that will significantly strengthen national mobility and regional competitiveness. With all preparatory processes now concluded, the project transitions to full implementation.

Launch activities will be held at Kwa-Mbira, Gilgil, and Mau Summit during the ceremony to be officiated by H.E. Dr. @WilliamsRuto Tomorrow , Friday 28th November 2025.

We look forward to hosting stakeholders, partners, and community members as the country advances a modern, efficient, and resilient highway network through the PPP framework.

[Okiya Omtatah Okoiti @OkiyaOmtatah]

I have filed a Constitutional Petition No. E757 of 2025 in the High Court to defend the integrity of Kenya’s presidential election process and to uphold the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

This petition challenges the unconstitutional establishment and operation of the National Tallying Centre during presidential elections, as well as Sections 39, 39(1C), 39(1G) of the Elections Act and Regulation 83(2) of the Elections (General) Regulations.

The Constitution is clear:
✔️ Presidential results are tallied, verified, and declared at the 290 constituencies, and those results are final and binding.
✔️ The role of the @IEBCKenya Chairperson under Article 138(10) is strictly clerical; to add up constituency results and declare the winner.
❌ The Chairperson cannot verify, re-tally, alter, or overturn any constituency result.
❌ No law or regulation may introduce a second layer of verification at county or national level.

Yet, current laws and @IEBCKenya practice unlawfully create a parallel system of verification at the National Tallying Centre, which:
• Treats final constituency results as provisional;
• Enables interference, manipulation, and delays;
• Undermines transparency and fuels mistrust;
• Violates the people’s sovereign will as expressed at the constituency level.

This petition seeks, among other declarations:
🔹 Abolition of the National Tallying Centre as currently constituted;
🔹 Quashing of unconstitutional provisions in the Elections Act and Regulations;
🔹 Immediate public posting of final constituency results at each constituency;
🔹 Removal of illegal verification powers from County Returning Officers and the IEBC Chairperson;
🔹 Restoration of strict compliance with Articles 86 and 138 of the Constitution.

If successful, this petition will fundamentally transform the management of presidential elections from 2027 onwards, ensuring a transparent, decentralised, and constitutionally faithful process with no “Bomas drama” and no ambiguity.

Our democracy must be anchored not on improvised systems, but on the letter and spirit of our Constitution. This petition is part of my continued commitment to defend the rule of law, protect the sovereign will of the people, and secure free, fair, and credible elections.

[Lynn Ngugi @lynn_ngugi1]

Uhuru Kenyatta is often remembered as a charming, likeable President, but behind the smiles and speeches was a presidency filled with failures Kenya can no longer ignore.

From stalled mega-projects to reckless borrowing, soaring public debt, corruption scandals, broken promises, and leadership that consistently avoided accountability, this episode breaks down the truth behind Uhuru’s 10 years in power.

This is not about emotions.
This is not about political sides.
This is about facts, evidence, responsibility, and the real cost Kenyans paid for decisions made at the very top.

If we want a better future, we must be brave enough to examine the past…honestly.

Full episode here https://t.co/vXBpBCwTC2